GIRLS BASKETBALL
Behind a double-double from Julia Davis (21 rebounds, 17 points), Ipswich downed North Andover 58-39 at home last night as the Tigers stymied the Scarlett Knights offense, which scored just 12 points in the first half.
Davis's big night came fresh off a 22 rebound, 21 point game against Georgetown last Friday and the junior is really showing signs of a growing maturity.
"She's got great size and she's growing into her size and that's making the difference," said Tigers (9-2) head coach Mandy Zegarowski. "She's using her body to take up space and her positioning is great off the rim."
North Andover did come storming back in the third quarter to cut the lead to nine points by tightening up against Davis, but junior captain Brigid O'Flynn (12 points) and freshman point guard Masey Zegarowski (10 points, eight assists) were able to pick up the slack. O'Flynn produced through hustle and a determination to attack the basket while Zegarowski knocked down a pair of huge three-pointers that helped quell North Andover's third quarter surge. The entire team meanwhile, defended well throughout the game.
Nyra Constant, Shannon McFayden, Natalie Soliozy and Caroline Soucy all played well for Ipswich.
Marblehead 34, Revere 30: The Magicians (7-4) were down 14 points at the half, but held Revere to one point in the third quarter to get back in the game. Emily Freedland had a fantastic fourth quarter with 10 points to finish with 20 total. Freedland went nine for 11 from the free throw line to lead Marblehead.
Salem 54, Winthrop 53: The Witches were able to hold on for an overtime victory and put an end to their two game loosing streak. Sophomore captain Alix Bryant had 16 points in the contest, while freshman Rachael Zipper added 13 points.
Gloucester 58, Beverly 43: The Panthers dropped their fifth straight contest, but saw a strong from junior Andrea Zelano who had 12 points. Tatyana Murad added nine points off the bench, while Jill Stirrat and Erin Silvestri both finished with five.
Swampscott 44, Lynn Classical 34: The Big Blue improve to 10-1 after last night's home win. Marina Padovani had eight points, four assists, four steals and seven rebounds to lead the way for Swampscott. Merry Ball also had a complete game with six points, seven rebounds and three steals, while Ara Talkov had a game high 16 points.
NST/EA 42, Fellowship Christian 34: Kim Schuyler scored 22 points to lead NST/EA (2-8) to victory.
Waring 38, CHCH 35: Allie Hinrichs grabbed a team-high 12 rebounds to go with her six points while Ally Colarusso led all scorers with 21 points for Waring (5-3).
BOYS BASKETBALL
Beverly 58, Gloucester 43: Aven Jones led Beverly (8-3) with 11 points as the Panthers were able to play most of their bench in the second half. Sophomore John Berchoff chipped in nine points while Dom Abate finished with 10 points.
Masco 63, Rockport 40: Adam Bramanti poured in a game-high 19 points as Masco bumped its record to 7-4.
Marblehead 68, Revere 37: The Magicians were paced by senior Brian Gellert who had 24 points and nine rebounds. Jeff Peras contributed with 17 points to go along with five rebounds, while Phil Coughlin finished with 12.
NST/Essex Aggie 61, Fellowship Christian 18: The Bulldogs (3-7) took a convincing 20 point lead at intermission and were able to continue the momentum in the second half. Elijah Alfred finished with team high 10 points off the bench.
Salem 52, Wintrhop 43: The Witches (5-4) were powered by Marvin Baez who finished with 22 points, including seven 3-pointers and eight rebounds. Point guard Christian Dunston had nine points to go along with 10 assists and four steals.
Pingree 63, Concord Academy 49: Senior Isaac Carp had a game high 24 points, while Connor Reardon had a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds.
Danvers 70, Peabody 48: Nick Bates led Danvers (10-1) with 14 points and five rebounds, while senior center George Merry added 10 points, eight blocks and eight rebounds. Jon Amico (6 points, 5 steals, 5 assists), Mike Scarfo (9 points) and Eric Martin (7 points, 6 assists) also played well for the Falcons.
Mike Gould (16 points, 7 rebounds) and Andrew Preshong (10 points) were Peabody's top scorers. Ben Martinez, a recent JV call-up, also gave the Tanners (5-5) quality minutes.
BOYS HOCKEY
Pingree 3, Roxbury Latin 1: Nolan Redler (assist), Nate MacLaughlin and Jerome Capadonna scored a goal each for Pingree (5-10-2) with Scott Caradonna making 18 saves to earn the win. The Highlanders held a 51-19 shot advantage.
SWIMMING
Bishop Fenwick 98, AW 67: Bishop Fenwick (2-2) won all 11 events behind double-winners captain Brandon McCauley (50, 100 freestyle), freshman Carson Christuk (200 freestyle, 100 breaststroke) and Lindsey Andrews (500 freestyle, 100 backstroke). Christuk swam a time of 1:06.68 in the breaststroke, which qualified him for states.
WRESTLING
Masco wins 2 of 3: The Chieftains fell to Natick (60-23), but defeated Peabody (48-6) and Central Catholic (39-37) to bump their record to 12-7. Julian Bandereck (195) won both of his matches and his pin against Central Catholic came with just 11 seconds left and sealed the victory. Aydan Strachan (182), Nick DiLibero (170) and Ryan Therrien (160) all went 3-0 for the Chieftains.
